Description
This chicken and dressing recipe is a comforting, homemade dish perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or whenever you crave a hearty meal It features tender shredded chicken combined with seasoned cornbread and herbs then baked to golden perfection Serve it with gravy and your favorite sides for the ultimate Southern comfort food experience
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
4 cups crumbled cornbread or white bread
3 cups chicken broth
2 large eggs beaten
1 medium onion diced
1 cup celery chopped
1/2 cup butter melted
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients for Extra Flavor
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled sausage
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F
Cook the chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces
Crumble the cornbread or bread into a large mixing bowl
In a skillet melt the butter over medium heat
Add the diced onions and chopped celery and sauté until soft and fragrant
Add the sautéed vegetables to the bowl of crumbled bread
Stir in the shredded chicken sage poultry seasoning salt and pepper
Pour in the chicken broth gradually mixing until the texture is moist but not soggy
Beat the eggs separately then mix them into the dressing
Grease a baking dish and spread the mixture evenly
Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center
Let the dressing rest for a few minutes before serving
Pair with homemade gravy cranberry sauce or your favorite side dishes
Notes
For a richer flavor let the dressing sit for 15 minutes before baking to allow the flavors to blend
If the dressing seems dry before baking add an extra 1/2 cup of broth
Use leftover turkey instead of chicken for a holiday twist
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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